1999 BMW 730 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 730 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 730 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
