1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Centurion | 335 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2810 mm |