1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 816 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Because 1970 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Centurion | 350Z |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |