2007 BMW 740 vs. 1970 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 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 740 (302 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 BMW 740.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 740 | 1970 Buick Centurion | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 740 | Centurion |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 390 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3160 mm |