1987 Buick Century vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Buick Century. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Century.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Century | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Century | M |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2900 mm |
