1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1971 Buick Centurion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1971 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Centurion | 62 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6381 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3310 mm |