1970 Buick GS vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | GS | Impreza |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2624 mm |