1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1967 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 866 kg more than 1967 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80, 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1967 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | Centurion | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2870 mm |