1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | Monteverdi |
| Model | Skylark | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
