2007 BMW 550 vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (355 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Wildcat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1985 Buick Wildcat | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 550 | Wildcat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
