1970 Buick GS vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 1998 Zagato Zuma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS 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 82 more horse power than 1998 Zagato Zuma. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Zagato Zuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 580 kg more than 1998 Zagato Zuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Zagato Zuma. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Zagato Zuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Buick | Zagato |
| Model | GS | Zuma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
