2009 BMW 335 vs. 1981 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1981 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 335 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4129 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
