1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1982 Buick Electra
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1982 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z9 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3030 mm |
