1970 Buick GS vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 41 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, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 70 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.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. 2011 Hyundai Genesis 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. 2011 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2011 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | GS | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2936 mm |
