1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 32 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, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 551 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (330 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Centurion | A3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
