2009 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Buick Estate
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1987 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
