2006 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5736 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
