2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 209 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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 Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centieme | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
