1992 BMW 740 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 740 | Skylark |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 97.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |