1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 35 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, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1104 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Centurion | Flex |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3000 mm |
