1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1995 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 22 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, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 311 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1973 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Centurion | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |