2008 BMW X5 vs. 1980 Buick Estate
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1980 Buick Estate.
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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1980 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4931 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
