2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1974 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 35 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Centurion. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1974 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | Vanquish | Centurion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3160 mm |
