2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2000 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 1957 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z9 | 40 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3110 mm |