1979 Buick Century vs. 1972 TVR M
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR M would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR M (105 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR M should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 405 kg more than 1972 TVR M.
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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR M. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR M.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1972 TVR M | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Century | M |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |