1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 39 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, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 565 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.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark. 2011 BMW X6 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. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Skylark | X6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
