1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tuscan. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tuscan. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Centurion | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2370 mm |
