2000 BMW 323 vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1977 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 323 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
