1976 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Lexus ES
To start off, 2003 Lexus ES is newer by 27 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus ES (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Lexus ES.
Because 1976 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2003 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Electra | ES |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
