2005 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1971 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
