1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 560 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Centurion | Phantom |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1638 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3571 mm |