2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 154 kg more than 2000 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, 1977 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z3 | Regal |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |