2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1972 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 437 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1972 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Blackhawk | Centurion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3160 mm |
