1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 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, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz (583 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Centurion | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3300 mm |
