1969 Buick GS vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Vectra, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | GS | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
