2008 BMW 330 vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 396 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | Centurion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
