1999 BMW M28i vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M28i has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M28i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M28i | Electra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
