1992 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 16 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 41 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 BMW 318. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 318 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:
| 1992 BMW 318 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
