1956 Buick 40 vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 15 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | 40 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2960 mm |
