1969 Buick GS vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 42 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 8 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 2011 BMW 320 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | GS | 320 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |