1990 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Buick GS
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 18 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, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1972 Buick GS | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | GS |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 5723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |