2008 BMW 328 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 328 | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
