2008 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Buick GS
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 25 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1970 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
