1969 Buick GS vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 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 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 82 more horse power than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | GS | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
