2007 BMW 530 vs. 1982 Buick Estate
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1982 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | Estate |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |