1982 BMW 328 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1982 BMW 328 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 124 kg more than 1982 BMW 328.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 328. (210 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 328. 1982 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 328 | 1969 Buick GS | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 328 | GS |
Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 395 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1630 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |