1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 445 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Centurion | Astra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
