1977 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Electra | 911 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |