1970 Audi Variant vs. 1972 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1972 Buick Centurion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Buick Centurion 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 1972 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1972 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Variant | Centurion |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3160 mm |
