2005 BMW 545 vs. 1974 Buick GS
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 31 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, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1974 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 545 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
