1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Skylark | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
