1970 Buick GS vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 39 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 856 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | GS | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |
