2009 BMW 650 vs. 1982 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP) has 277 more horse power than 1982 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Century.
Because 2009 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1982 Buick Century | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 650 | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2664 mm |
