1971 Buick GS vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 40 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 405 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 1971 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick GS | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | GS | Sienna |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2037 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |