1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 633 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Skylark | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | F-350 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 115 L |