1978 Buick Electra vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 635 kg more than 1946 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1946 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1946 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Electra | Roadster |
Year Released | 1978 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |