1964 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 40 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1964 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Buick Electra weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Buick Electra | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Electra | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
