1964 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 43 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1964 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1964 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 46 kg more than 1964 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Buick Electra | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Electra | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
