1965 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1965 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Electra weights approximately 850 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCX.
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. 1965 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2010 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Electra | 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Buick | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Electra | CCX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
