1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 BMW 545.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2008 BMW 545 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Centurion | 545 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2840 mm |