2003 BMW 520 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 27 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, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 520 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
