1998 Buick Century vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1998 Buick Century is newer by 29 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, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century. 1998 Buick Century 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. 1998 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Century | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
