1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1972 Buick Centurion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 786 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Centurion | Renown |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |
