1974 Buick GS vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 38 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4379 mm |
