1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 656 kg more than 1971 Buick Centurion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Centurion | Express |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3429 mm |