1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 34 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 406 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Centurion | Lumina |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1664 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2880 mm |