1988 BMW 730 vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, both 1988 BMW 730 and 1988 Buick Electra were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 730 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 1988 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 730. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 730 | 1988 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 730 | Electra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |