1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 37 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 890 kg more than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Because 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Centurion | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2680 mm |
