1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 32 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 96 kg more than 1972 Buick Centurion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Centurion | Yukon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3280 mm |