1969 Buick GS vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 362 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | GS | Corvette |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |