1985 Buick Electra vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Electra | ActiveHybrid 7 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3210 mm |