1972 Buick GS vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | GS | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |