2007 BMW 760 vs. 1970 Buick GS
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 37 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 475 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 1970 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 760 | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
