2011 BMW 550 vs. 1992 Buick Century
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1992 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Century.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 550 | 1992 Buick Century | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 550 | Century |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2662 mm |
