1971 Buick GS vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 522 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick GS | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | GS | Mustang |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |