1969 Buick GS vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 720 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | GS | iOn |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
