2009 BMW 320 vs. 1984 Buick Electra

To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 320 1984 Buick Electra
Make BMW Buick
Model 320 Electra
Year Released 2009 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4127 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 5600 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 95 L


 

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