1988 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
Because 2001 Spyker C8 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 2001 Spyker C8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2001 Spyker C8 has manual transmission. 2001 Spyker C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Buick | Spyker |
| Model | Electra | C8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
