2004 BMW 530 vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 1977 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | Estate |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2924 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |