2007 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
