1974 Buick GS vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 34 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1974 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
