1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 381 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Centurion | S60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
