1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 3.3 | Century |
Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |