1974 Buick GS vs. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 360 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS.
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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
