1969 Buick GS vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 388 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | GS | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3052 mm |
