1951 Buick 40 vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 441 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | 40 | Centurion |
Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3160 mm |