1972 Buick GS vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 1972 Buick GS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1972 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1972 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 1954 Buick 70 | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | GS | 70 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 5274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |