1972 Buick GS vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1128 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | GS | Ram |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3580 mm |
