1976 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 17 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Because 1976 Buick Electra 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 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6, 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Electra | G6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
