1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 40 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 730 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Centurion | 116 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |