2003 BMW 760 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2003 BMW 760 is newer by 33 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 461 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark. 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 2003 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1970 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 760 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 760 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
