1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 4 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Buick Centurion.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Centurion | GL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3080 mm |
