1970 Porsche 917 vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1980 Buick Century is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 917. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 917 would be higher. At 4,994 cc, 1970 Porsche 917 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 632 kg more than 1970 Porsche 917.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Porsche 917 | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | Porsche | Buick |
Model | 917 | Century |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4994 cc | 4346 cc |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1430 kg |