2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Convertible | Electra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |
