2001 BMW 745 vs. 1971 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 30 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, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 1971 Buick Centurion | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 745 | Centurion |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3160 mm |