2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 134 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z4 | Skylark |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |