2001 BMW M3 vs. 1982 Buick Electra
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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, 2001 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1982 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1690 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
