2005 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Buick GS
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1970 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
