1956 BMW 507 vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1980 Buick Century is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 176 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 507 | Century |
Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |