2002 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1971 Buick Centurion | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Aceca | Centurion |
Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3160 mm |