1988 BMW M5 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 92 kg more than 1988 BMW M5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M5 | Electra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |