2009 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Buick GS
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1972 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M6 | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
