2009 BMW X5 vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
