1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2003 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 32 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 437 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 2003 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Centurion | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 692 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3280 mm |
