1971 Buick GS vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 118 kg more than 1971 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1971 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1971 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | GS | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3410 mm |
