2009 BMW 328 vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Buick Estate (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 1979 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 1979 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 328 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
