1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 243 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Skylark | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Skylark | Dino |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |