2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1959 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 780 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 1959 Buick Invicta | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z4 | Invicta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 583 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |