1972 Buick GS vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1972 Buick GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | GS | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 635 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |