2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 10 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Centieme | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
