1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 665 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1977 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
| Model | 100 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |
