1988 BMW 524 vs. 1974 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 715 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 524 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 524 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1974 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 524 | Centurion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
