1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC is newer by 33 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, 2007 Lexus SC (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 523 kg more than 2007 Lexus SC.
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 @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus SC. (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2007 Lexus SC | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Centurion | SC |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |