1990 BMW M3 vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1990 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1984 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | Electra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |