1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Aero is newer by 37 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 867 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 336 kg more than 2007 SSC Aero.
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, 2007 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 964 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2007 SSC Aero | |
Make | Buick | SSC |
Model | Skylark | Aero |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |