1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 43 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Centurion | Silverado |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3023 mm |