2005 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Buick Estate
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 Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Estate 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 Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
