1998 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Buick Electra
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 256 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 1983 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 325 | Electra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |