1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mexico.
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, both vehicles can yield 366 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Skylark | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
