2000 BMW 323 vs. 1987 Buick Estate
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 323 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1885 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 |
