1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 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 87 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. 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, 2003 Mazda 6, 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Centurion | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
