1969 Buick GS vs. 1997 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Viper is newer by 28 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 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1997 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | GS | Viper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 7984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
