1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 505 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 1800 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 5722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
