1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 365 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ, 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 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Centurion | MKZ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2850 mm |
