1999 BMW 328 vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 1999 BMW 328 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 328 (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 243 kg more than 1999 BMW 328.
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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 328. (279 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 328 | 1980 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 328 | Electra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |