2002 BMW 735 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 2002 BMW 735 is newer by 26 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 735 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra. 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 735 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 735 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
