2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 690 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4.
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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW Z4 | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z4 | Centurion |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3160 mm |