1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino 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 130 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 239 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Torino 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 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | Torino |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3000 mm |