1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 498 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Centurion | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
