1969 Buick GS vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 142 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 996 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
