1969 Buick GS vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 32 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 29 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 525 kg more than 1969 Buick GS.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | GS | Econoline |
Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3510 mm |