1989 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 415 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | Electra | Rapide |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2989 mm |