2006 BMW 645 vs. 1982 Buick Estate

To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 BMW 645.

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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Estate. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 645 1982 Buick Estate
Make BMW Buick
Model 645 Estate
Year Released 2006 1982
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 6596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 328 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 435 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1810 kg 1885 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5510 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2950 mm


 

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