2002 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Buick Estate
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW M3 | 1989 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | Estate |
Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 435 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |