1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 36 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centurion | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2920 mm |
