1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1984 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z3 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
