1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 510 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centurion | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3940 mm |
