1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2006 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 33 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2006 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Centurion | Allroad |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
