1976 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 32 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, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper 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 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Electra | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
