2009 BMW 523 vs. 1982 Buick Estate
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1982 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 523 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
