1978 Buick Century vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 33 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Century | 120 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |