2008 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Centurion. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 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 530 | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 530 | Centurion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
