1969 Buick GS vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 210 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.
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, 2008 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS. 2008 Lexus LS 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. 2008 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | GS | LS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2930 mm |
