1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Centurion. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2004 Ford GT | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | GT |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 679 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |