1965 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 472 kg more than 1965 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1965 Buick Electra | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 106 L |
