1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 513 kg more than 1971 Buick Centurion.
Because 1971 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | Edge |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3505 mm |