1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 34 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 786 kg more than 1972 Buick Centurion.
Because 1972 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | Fusion |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |