1998 Acura NSX vs. 1965 Buick Electra
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Electra weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1965 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1965 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | NSX | Electra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
