1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 21 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 621 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Centurion. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari F512 M 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 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Centurion | F512 M |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 440 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2560 mm |