1964 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1964 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Buick Electra weights approximately 680 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Buick Electra | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Electra | 928 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
