2007 BMW 328 vs. 1988 Buick Reatta
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1988 Buick Reatta | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 328 | Reatta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |
