1982 Buick Century vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP) has 354 more horse power than 1982 Buick Century. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Century.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Century | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Century | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 439 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 3070 mm |
