1992 BMW 540 vs. 1985 Buick Estate
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1985 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 540 | Estate |
Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 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 | 1650 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |