1969 Buick GS vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1969 Buick GS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 680 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | GS | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1969 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2140 mm |