1970 Buick GS vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (288 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (410 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 928 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
