2006 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3214 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
