1969 Buick GS vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 35 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
