1988 BMW M5 vs. 1987 Buick Estate
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 152 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5. 1987 Buick Estate 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. 1987 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1987 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M5 | Estate |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |