1971 Buick GS vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano 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, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | GS | Nano |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
