2009 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Buick GS
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS.
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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1972 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 525 | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
