1976 Buick Estate vs. 1986 Italdesign Machimoto
To start off, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto, 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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | |
Make | Buick | Italdesign |
Model | Estate | Machimoto |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |