1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 986 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Centurion | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
