1969 Buick GS vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 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 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 250 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.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | GS | 6 series |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |