1969 Buick GS vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 112 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | GS | IS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2731 mm |
