1971 Buick GS vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 41 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 22 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G25.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25. 2012 Infiniti G25 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. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | GS | G25 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
