1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 39 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 739 kg more than 1972 Buick Centurion. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Centurion | Yukon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2809 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3302 mm |