1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion 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 168 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone, 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1973 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1973 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Centurion | Leone |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1176 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2450 mm |