1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 376 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | Centurion | Longchamp |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |