1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Skylark | Boxster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |