1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Centurion | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 1820 mm |
