1969 Buick GS vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 43 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 181 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.
Because 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Taurus. (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus. 2012 Ford Taurus 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. 2012 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
