2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 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 Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1977 Buick Electra | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z4 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
