1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 575 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Centurion | 118 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |