1969 Buick GS vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 41 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, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
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, 2010 Ford Ka, 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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | Ka |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
