1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 605 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centurion | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2450 mm |
