2008 BMW 523 vs. 1970 Buick GS
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 38 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, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523. 2008 BMW 523 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. 2008 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1970 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 523 | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
