1977 Buick Electra vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record 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 109 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 890 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Record has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Record will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Electra | Record |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
