1988 Buick Electra vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 245 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 1996 BMW 735 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 1996 BMW 735. 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1996 BMW 735 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Electra | 735 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2940 mm |