1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 185 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Wildcat | 325 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
