2007 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1977 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
