1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1966 Buick Electra
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,572 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1966 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1966 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Buick Electra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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. 1966 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1966 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Electra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 6572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
