2009 BMW 118 vs. 1971 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1971 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 118 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
