1976 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 365 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 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, 1998 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Electra | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |