1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 BMW 323
To start off, 2010 BMW 323 is newer by 37 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, 2010 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 323 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2010 BMW 323 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Skylark | 323 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |