2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 439 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW Z4 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z4 | Electra |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |