2004 BMW 745 vs. 1990 Buick Electra
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (447 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1990 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 745 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
