2003 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
