1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 31 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 895 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Centurion. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S has manual transmission. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Buick | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Centurion | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2659 mm |
