1970 Buick GS vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1160 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 383 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Buick | SSC |
Model | GS | Tuatara |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2667 mm |