1998 BMW 318 vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 25 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 1998 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
