1971 Buick GS vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 452 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | EX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
