1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1963 Moretti 500
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 500 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 207 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1963 Moretti 500. 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1963 Moretti 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Moretti 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1963 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Buick | Moretti |
Model | Centurion | 500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 1850 mm |