1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 375 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Skylark | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Skylark | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |