2000 BMW Z8 vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z8 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z8 | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z8 | Century |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |