1998 BMW 740 vs. 1984 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 740 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 1998 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1984 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 740 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
