1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Skylark | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |