1998 BMW 729 vs. 1988 Buick Estate
To start off, 1998 BMW 729 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 BMW 729. 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 729. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 729.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 729 | 1988 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 729 | Estate |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |