1998 BMW V12 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 1998 BMW V12 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 191 kg more than 1998 BMW V12.
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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (435 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW V12 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | V12 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1805 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
