1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 681 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Centurion | Dart |
Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |