1969 Buick GS vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Buick | Xedos |
| Model | GS | 9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
