1969 Buick GS vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 44 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Buick GS | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | GS | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |