1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 35 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 24 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Centurion | RX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
