1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 690 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (641 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Centurion | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 477 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 641 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2360 mm |