2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 59 kg more than 2011 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Centieme | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
