1983 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 11 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 102 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 820 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 525 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:
1983 BMW 525 | 1972 Buick Centurion | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 525 | Centurion |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3160 mm |