2007 BMW 118 vs. 1982 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 1982 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 118 | Electra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |