2005 BMW 750 vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 32 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, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 2005 BMW 750 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. 2005 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 750 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
