1969 Buick GS vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2006 Toyota Highlander, 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 (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
