1992 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Buick Estate
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 420 kg more than 1992 BMW M3.
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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW M3. 1988 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 1988 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | Estate |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |