1969 Buick GS vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 65 kg more than 1969 Buick GS.
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, 2001 Lancia Thesis, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | GS | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
