1985 Buick Electra vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 320 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra, 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1974 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1974 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Electra | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2270 mm |