1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 37 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1972 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Skylark | 118 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |