2009 BMW 118 vs. 1974 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 80 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 118 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
