1971 Buick GS vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 42 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 838 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.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | GS | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3295 mm |
