1985 Buick Century vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Century | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Century | M |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2901 mm |
