1969 Buick GS vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo 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, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 936 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | GS | Aygo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |