1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 900 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Centurion | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2340 mm |