1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 579 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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, 2012 Buick Verano, 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2012 Buick Verano | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Centurion | Verano |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2685 mm |