1969 Buick GS vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 785 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 (498 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-350. (495 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 144 L |
