2005 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
