1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 36 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2009 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Centurion | Genesis |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2940 mm |