1986 Buick Electra vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2010 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Electra | 120 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |