1966 Buick Electra vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,572 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Buick Electra weights approximately 635 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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:
| 1966 Buick Electra | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Dart |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6572 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
