1969 Buick GS vs. 2005 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 36 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2005 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | STS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
