1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark.
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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 2009 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1970 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Skylark | Boxster |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |