2007 Acura TSX vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 1973 Buick Centurion 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 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX, 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TSX | Centurion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |
