1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Centurion | Touareg |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |