1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 40 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, 2010 Maybach 62 (631 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 806 kg more than 1970 Buick Centurion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Buick | Maybach |
Model | Centurion | 62 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3828 mm |