2005 Bizzarrini GTS vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS should accelerate faster than 1979 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bizzarrini GTS | 1979 Buick Electra | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Buick |
Model | GTS | Electra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 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 |