2004 BMW 525 vs. 1974 Buick GS
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1974 Buick GS.
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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1974 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1974 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 525 | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
