1970 Buick GS vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 40 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 572 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 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | GS | H3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
