2005 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Buick Estate
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1986 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
