1998 BMW M vs. 1971 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW M has manual transmission. 1998 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 1971 Buick Centurion | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M | Centurion |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3160 mm |