1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Audi V8.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Centurion | V8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
