1989 Buick Century vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 23 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, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (406 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Century | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Century | X5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2933 mm |
