2008 BMW 320 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 32 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, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 320 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:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 320 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
