1977 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 36 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 185 kg more than 1977 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Electra | Panamera |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |