1969 Buick GS vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS.
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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | GS | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
