1969 Buick GS vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 39 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 2008 Honda S2000, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | GS | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
