1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 318 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (369 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 369 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |