1976 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | CTS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |