1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1971 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport 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 52 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 161 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1971 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Centurion | Newport |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3160 mm |