1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 106 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Centurion | Vito |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3010 mm |
