1969 Buick GS vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 38 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | GS | Lumina |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |