2000 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 328 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.
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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 325 | Skylark |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |