2007 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 27 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 135 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 525 | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 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 |