1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1971 MG MGB
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG MGB would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1971 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 725 kg more than 1971 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1971 MG MGB | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Skylark | MGB |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 880 kg |
