2000 BMW 323 vs. 1980 Buick Estate
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 440 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, 1980 Buick Estate (318 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 323 | 1980 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 323 | Estate |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4931 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 318 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |