1972 Buick GS vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L 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, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | GS | L |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
