1969 Buick GS vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 28 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 993 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
