1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1972 Buick GS
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 13 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1972 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Wildcat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1972 Buick GS | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Wildcat | GS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
