1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 2000 | Centurion |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3160 mm |