2007 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
