1969 Buick GS vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 954 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 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Buick GS | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | GS | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2891 mm |