1995 BMW 317 vs. 1972 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 855 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 317 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 317 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1972 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 317 | Centurion |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
