1989 Buick Estate vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 BMW Z3. 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Estate | Z3 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 180 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |