1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, 2001 Lexus GS is newer by 30 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 1 more horse power than 2001 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Lexus GS. 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus GS. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2001 Lexus GS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Centurion | GS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2680 mm |