1995 BMW M5 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 16 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 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M5 | Century |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |