2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 380 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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW Z4 | 1980 Buick Electra | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z4 | Electra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1690 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |