1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 37 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Skylark | 120 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |