2006 BMW 740 vs. 1970 Buick GS
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 36 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, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1970 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 740 | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1630 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 |
