1999 BMW LMR vs. 1978 Buick Electra
To start off, 1999 BMW LMR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW LMR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 BMW LMR.
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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW LMR. (355 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW LMR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW LMR | 1978 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | LMR | Electra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
