1974 Buick GS vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 37 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 332 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1404 mm |
