2009 BMW X6 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X6 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
