2009 BMW 530 vs. 1982 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 2009 BMW 530 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1982 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 530 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
