1969 Buick GS vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 455 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | GS | Guara |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |