1996 BMW 745 vs. 1987 Buick Electra
To start off, 1996 BMW 745 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 1987 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 745 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2820 mm |
