1999 BMW X5 vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1977 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
