2006 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1977 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 330 | Estate |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1880 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 |