1972 Buick GS vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 821 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 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, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS. 2010 Ford Edge 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. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | Edge |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3505 mm |
