1969 Buick GS vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 33 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | GS | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
