1994 BMW 520 vs. 1978 Buick Electra
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 291 kg more than 1994 BMW 520. 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 520 | 1978 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 520 | Electra |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |