1964 Buick Electra vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1964 Buick Electra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Buick Electra weights approximately 330 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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. 1964 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Buick Electra | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Electra | 109 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6965 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |