1970 Buick GS vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 42 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 365 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | GS | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2896 mm |