1990 BMW 320 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 648 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. 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 Estate (380 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 320 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 320 | Estate |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 380 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |