2000 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Buick Centurion

To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.

Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (235 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2000 Audi A4 1970 Buick Centurion
Make Audi Buick
Model A4 Centurion
Year Released 2000 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 7467 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 247 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5650 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3160 mm