2007 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1984 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 330 | Electra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |