2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 395 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1977 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z4 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
