2007 BMW M vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2007 BMW M 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate.
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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M | Estate |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |