1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 804 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Centurion | CX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2850 mm |
