1986 Buick Electra vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1986 Buick Electra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 344 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 1966 Ford GT 40 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 1966 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2420 mm |
