1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT 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 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 492 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2006 Ford GT | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | GT |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |