2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z4 | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
