2004 BMW 745 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. 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, 2004 BMW 745 (451 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 745 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
