1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 42 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 34 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Buick Centurion.
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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Centurion | Sierra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3645 mm |