1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Centurion | CLS |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |