2007 BMW 745 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1976 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 745 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 745 | Estate |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |