1976 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 435 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Electra | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |