1969 Buick GS vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 665 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS. 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
