1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Buick | Steyr |
Model | Skylark | 650T |
Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1850 mm |