1972 Buick GS vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris

To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 40 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 580 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2012 Toyota Yaris, 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 2012 Toyota Yaris 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. 2012 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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