1987 Buick Electra vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 2007 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Electra | 325 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
