1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 346 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Centurion | CTS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |