2006 BMW 116 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 36 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 116 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
