1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 212 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Centurion | CTS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2880 mm |
