2005 Bizzarrini GTS vs. 1978 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (710 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bizzarrini GTS | 1978 Buick Electra | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Buick |
Model | GTS | Electra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |