1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 37 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 117 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 945 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Centurion | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |