1970 Buick GS vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 33 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 996 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
