1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Reatta | 525 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
