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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 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 275 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 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 | 2494 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |