1976 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 57 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Mustang |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |