2008 BMW 118 vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 36 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2008 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1972 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 118 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
