1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 347 kg more than 2004 Lincoln LS.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Centurion | LS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2910 mm |
