1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 10 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, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 625 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1.
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, 1979 Buick Estate (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1. 1979 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW Z1 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:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1979 Buick Estate | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z1 | Estate |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |