1989 Buick Century vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Century | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Century | 530 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2840 mm |
