1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 32 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Enzo.
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, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2004 Ferrari Enzo | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Skylark | Enzo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |