1992 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 BMW 325.
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, 1992 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 325 | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 325 | Century |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |