1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 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 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 366 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Skylark | G37 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
