1996 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 23 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, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 579 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Cobra | Skylark |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |