1971 BMW 3 vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 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 25 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 696 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 3 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:
1971 BMW 3 | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 3 | Centurion |
Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3160 mm |