1972 Buick GS vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1972 Buick GS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 892 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | GS | Anglia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |