1985 BMW M6 vs. 1964 Buick Electra
To start off, 1985 BMW M6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Buick Electra weights approximately 525 kg more than 1985 BMW M6.
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. 1964 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 1964 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M6 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 6965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
