1988 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 405 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | Skylark |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |