2007 BMW 328 vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 328 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
