1978 Buick Century vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 2006 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Century | M |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 140 mm |
