1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 38 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Acura ZDX.
Because 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Centurion | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2751 mm |
