1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 28 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 28 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sierra 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 | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Centurion | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 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 | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3030 mm |
