1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1972 TVR M
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR M 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 121 more horse power than 1972 TVR M. (105 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1972 TVR M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR M. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR M. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1972 TVR M has manual transmission. 1972 TVR M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 1972 TVR M | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Centurion | M |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2290 mm |
