2009 BMW 328 vs. 1985 Buick Estate
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 1985 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. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 1985 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 328 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
