1994 BMW 740 vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 21 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, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 326 kg more than 1994 BMW 740.
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 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 740 | Centurion |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |