2008 BMW 118 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 118 | Electra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |