1969 Buick GS vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 1999 Acura TL is newer by 30 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, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Acura TL.
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, 1999 Acura TL, 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 (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL. 1999 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | GS | TL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
