2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1951 Buick 40
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40.
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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1951 Buick 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z9 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3090 mm |
