1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown 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) has 145 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 821 kg more than 1963 Toyota Crown. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Centurion | Crown |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 498 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |