2004 Buick Century vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 640 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Triumph Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Century | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 39 L |
