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 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 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 310 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 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 | 2493 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |