2004 BMW 525 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 525 | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
