1970 Buick GS vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | GS | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
