1978 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300, 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Electra | 300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
