1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 38 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 245 kg more than 1974 Buick Centurion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Centurion | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3001 mm |
