1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 32 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Skylark. 2006 Maybach 57 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. 2006 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Buick | Maybach |
| Model | Skylark | 57 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
