2008 BMW 750 vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 1980 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 750 | Electra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1734 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |