1975 BMW 316 vs. 1972 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1975 BMW 316 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1975 BMW 316. 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 1972 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 316 | Centurion |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
