2004 BMW X5 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1976 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
