1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino 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 33 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 840 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 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) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Centurion | Dino |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2350 mm |
