1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | C |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |