1994 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Buick Estate
To start off, 1994 BMW 318 is newer by 9 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, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 440 kg more than 1994 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 318. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 318 | 1985 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
