1977 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra.
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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2007 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Electra | QX56 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |