1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 36 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark.
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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Skylark | Boxster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |