2000 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 318 | Skylark |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 5722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |