1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 32 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1974 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Centurion | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2540 mm |
