2007 Acura TL vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 38 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, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 1969 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TL | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
