2006 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 461 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Centurion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
