1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 40 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, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 765 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.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 2013 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Buick Skylark | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Skylark | X6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |