1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century.
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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Pickster | Century |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |