1990 BMW 316 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 725 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 316 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
