1972 Buick GS vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 41 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 165 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 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX. 2013 Infiniti EX 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. 2013 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | GS | EX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
