2008 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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 Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 525 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
