2009 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 31 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, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 335 | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3788 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
