1954 Buick 70 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 588 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | 70 | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2360 mm |