1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1974 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | ST 460 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
