2008 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 228 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
