2005 BMW 748 vs. 1990 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 748 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 748. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 1990 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 748 | Electra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |