1969 Buick GS vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 222 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | GS | 370Z |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |