1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 25 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 884 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 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 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 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Skylark | 6 series |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |