1969 Buick GS vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (250 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS.
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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (309 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | GS | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 395 Nm | 309 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |