2009 BMW 735 vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 36 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, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 BMW 735.
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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 735 | Centurion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3160 mm |
