1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Centurion | 130 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |