1984 BMW 725 vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1984 BMW 725 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century.
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, 1980 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 725 | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 725 | Century |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |