1995 BMW 317 vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Estate (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 660 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. 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, 1979 Buick Estate (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317. 1979 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 317 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 317 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 317 | 1979 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 317 | Estate |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1665 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |