2007 BMW 550 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 37 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, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 2007 BMW 550 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. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 550 | Skylark |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 97.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |