1969 Buick GS vs. 1996 Ford Contour
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour is newer by 27 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, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 558 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour, 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1996 Ford Contour | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | GS | Contour |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |