1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1554 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maybach 57 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 2010 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 782 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Buick | Maybach |
| Model | Skylark | 57 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3391 mm |
