1979 Buick Electra vs. 1953 Porsche 356
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1953 Porsche 356. 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. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1953 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1953 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 1953 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Electra | 356 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |
