2007 BMW X3 vs. 1984 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1984 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X3 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
