2004 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Buick Electra
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1981 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
