1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 38 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 345 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | Skylark | Rapide |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |