1972 Buick GS vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 29 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, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2. 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) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | GS | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
