2006 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1972 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | Centurion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3160 mm |
