1971 Buick GS vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick GS | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | GS | Corvette |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |