2006 BMW M3 vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |