1972 Buick GS vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 725 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3510 mm |
