2007 BMW 335 vs. 1987 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1987 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 335 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
