1972 Buick GS vs. 2000 Vector M12
To start off, 2000 Vector M12 is newer by 28 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, 2000 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS.
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, 2000 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2000 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Buick | Vector |
| Model | GS | M12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
