1965 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 48 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, 1965 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Electra weights approximately 474 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | Outback |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
