1984 BMW 316 vs. 1989 Buick Estate
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 895 kg more than 1984 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 316 | 1989 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 316 | Estate |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 6597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |