1976 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 29 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, 2005 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2005 Chrysler Sebring, 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2005 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Electra | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
