1984 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Buick GS
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 125 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1972 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M6 | GS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
