1979 Buick Electra vs. 1970 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G15 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 53 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G15. (71 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 1970 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Buick | Ginetta |
| Model | Electra | G15 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
