1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 42 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 501 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Centurion | 370Z |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2550 mm |