1969 Buick GS vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 707 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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | GS | Savana |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
