1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 355 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1.
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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW Z1 | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z1 | Skylark |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |