1990 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 2 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, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra.
Because 1990 BMW 525 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 1990 BMW 525. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1988 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 525 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
