2003 BMW 760 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 2003 BMW 760 is newer by 34 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, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS. 2003 BMW 760 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. 2003 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 760 | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 760 | GS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
