2005 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 36 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 45 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
