1969 Buick GS vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 BMW Z4. 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4. 2005 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | GS | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
