1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325.
Because 2001 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 2001 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Cielo | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
