1970 Buick GS vs. 1960 Innocenti 950

To start off, 1970 Buick GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 935 kg more than 1960 Innocenti 950. 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Buick GS 1960 Innocenti 950
Make Buick Innocenti
Model GS 950
Year Released 1970 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5724 cc 947 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 394 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 695 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2040 mm


 

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