1971 Buick GS vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2002 BMW Z8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 47 kg more than 2002 BMW Z8.
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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | GS | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
