2005 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 165 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 325 | Electra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4127 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 | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |