1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 33 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Centurion | 612 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |