2008 BMW 320 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 330 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 1979 Buick Electra 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. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 320 | Electra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |