2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z4 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
