1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Skylark | Cayman |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2687 cc |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |