1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 30 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 165 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2002 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Skylark | 456M |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 5499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 551 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |