1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 41 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Skylark | 325 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |