1972 Buick GS vs. 1972 Porsche 917
To start off, both 1972 Buick GS and 1972 Porsche 917 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 917 (520 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 917 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 832 kg more than 1972 Porsche 917.
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 Porsche 917 (610 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 917 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 1972 Porsche 917 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | GS | 917 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 4994 cc |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 520 HP |
Torque | 394 Nm | 610 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 798 kg |