2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1971 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 515 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1971 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Blackhawk | Centura |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2680 mm |
