1977 Buick Electra vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Electra | Z4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |