2011 BMW X6 vs. 1984 Buick Century
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP) has 370 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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 X6 (779 Nm) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X6 | 1984 Buick Century | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X6 | Century |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 779 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2664 mm |
