1974 Buick GS vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 805 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick GS | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | GS | Minor |
Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |