1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1970 Buick Centurion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Buick Centurion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Centurion | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3800 mm |
