1969 Buick GS vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 37 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 68 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | GS | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
