1984 BMW 323 vs. 1984 Buick Skylark
To start off, both 1984 BMW 323 and 1984 Buick Skylark were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 BMW 323.
Because 1984 BMW 323 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark. 1984 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1984 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1984 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 BMW 323 | 1984 Buick Skylark | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 323 | Skylark |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2314 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |