1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 19 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1972 Buick Skylark. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | 500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 4971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |