1972 Buick GS vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 33 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, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1972 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | GS | NSX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |