1969 Buick GS vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 35 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | GS | Viper |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 7988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |