1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 257 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Centurion | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3052 mm |