2001 BMW X5 vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |
