1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus is newer by 36 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 128 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
Make | Buick | Smart |
Model | Centurion | Brabus |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 999 cc |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |