1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 846 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Probe, 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Probe. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Probe 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 | 1995 Ford Probe | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | Probe |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |