1996 Buick Century vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Buick Century. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Century.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Century | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Century | X1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2760 mm |
