1970 Buick GS vs. 2006 Hyundai Tipper
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 36 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 107 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 2006 Hyundai Tipper | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | GS | Tipper |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2607 cc |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |