1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 138 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centurion | Titan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3560 mm |
