1996 BMW 840 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 27 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 1969 Buick GS | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 840 | GS |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |