2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra 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 159 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 4 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 1984 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z9 | Electra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |