2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 179 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Centieme | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
