2005 BMW 535 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 BMW 535.
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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 535 | Estate |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 97.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |