1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 636 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Centurion | Corvette |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |