1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 470 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 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 2011 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Centurion | QX56 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3076 mm |