1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 40 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 455 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2013 Nissan Maxima, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Centurion | Maxima |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2775 mm |