1974 Buick GS vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 33 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, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 334 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2007 Peugeot 307 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. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | GS | 307 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
