1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 35 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 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Skylark | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 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 | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
