1976 Buick Electra vs. 1961 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (380 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1961 Cadillac Sixty | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | Sixty |
Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 6388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 582 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |