1974 Buick GS vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 39 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 547 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.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | GS | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
