2005 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 31 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1974 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Centurion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
