1969 Buick GS vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 282 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (411 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
