1977 Buick Electra vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 835 kg more than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Electra | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1977 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |