1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1972 Ford Torino

To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 78 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Buick Centurion 1972 Ford Torino
Make Buick Ford
Model Centurion Torino
Year Released 1970 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7467 cc 6555 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 225 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1992 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 5380 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 3000 mm


 

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