2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 85 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z4 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
