1969 Buick GS vs. 2003 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2003 Cadillac XLR is newer by 34 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, 2003 Cadillac XLR (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Cadillac XLR.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2003 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | XLR |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
