1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 35 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 721 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Centurion | Camry |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |