1991 Buick Century vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1991 Buick Century. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Century.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Century | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Century | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 439 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 3210 mm |
