1992 BMW 540 vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 426 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 540 | Centurion |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2076 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 |