1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 29 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 375 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 281 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
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) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Centurion | Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |
