1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 690 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Centurion | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2450 mm |