1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1972 AC 428
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 171 kg more than 1972 AC 428.
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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Skylark. 1972 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1974 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1972 AC 428 | |
Make | Buick | AC |
Model | Skylark | 428 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 639 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |