1965 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 47 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 372 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan 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:
| 1965 Buick Electra | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Titan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 140 L |
