2007 BMW 550 vs. 1970 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1970 Buick Centurion | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 550 | Centurion |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |