2006 BMW 750 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 37 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, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 750. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 750. 2006 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 750 | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 750 | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
