1976 Buick Electra vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 31 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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 TVR Sagaris has manual transmission. 2007 TVR Sagaris 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 | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Electra | Sagaris |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |