1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 38 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, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 BMW 740.
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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Centurion | 740 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
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 | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3070 mm |