2007 BMW 120 vs. 1985 Buick Estate
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 535 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1985 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 120 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
