2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1983 Buick Electra
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 1983 Buick Electra 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. 1983 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1983 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z4 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
