1999 BMW 730 vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 129 kg more than 1999 BMW 730.
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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate. 1979 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 730 | 1979 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 730 | Estate |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |