1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 41 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Centurion | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2111 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2890 mm |
