1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 402 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Centurion | 530 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2890 mm |