1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion.
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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Centurion | Ghost |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3465 mm |