1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | 370Z |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1323 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |