1998 BMW 318 vs. 1971 Buick GS
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 342 kg more than 1998 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1971 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
