1977 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 1977 Buick Electra 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 1977 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper 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 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Electra | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
