1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1200 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) has 140 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1970 NSU 1200 has manual transmission. 1970 NSU 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Buick | NSU |
| Model | Centurion | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2240 mm |
