1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Skylark | 360 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |