2008 BMW 530 vs. 1982 Buick Electra
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 1982 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | Electra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |