2008 BMW 330 vs. 1974 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 492 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1974 Buick Centurion | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 330 | Centurion |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |