1962 BMW 700 vs. 1996 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 663 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1996 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 700 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
