1969 Buick GS vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 40 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS.
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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
