1971 Buick GS vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 119 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | CC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2708 mm |
