1972 Buick GS vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | GS | 325 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |