1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1995 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Viper is newer by 25 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Centurion. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1995 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 1995 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Centurion | Viper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2450 mm |
