1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Skylark | F430 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |