1969 Buick GS vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |
