2001 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 357 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 318 | Electra |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |