1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 33 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 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 2005 Ferrari F430.
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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2005 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Skylark | F430 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 108 L |