1974 Buick GS vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 28 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, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Buick GS. 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS. 2002 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1974 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | GS | SC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
