1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1966 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1966 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Bizzarrini GT | 1980 Buick Electra | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Buick |
Model | GT | Electra |
Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3030 mm |