2009 BMW 745 vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. 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, 2009 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 1980 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 745 | Electra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |