1987 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 555 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Porsche 914 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 1973 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Electra | 914 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
