1992 BMW 538 vs. 1986 Buick Estate
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 BMW 538.
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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 538 | 1986 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 538 | Estate |
Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |