1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 540 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Centurion | 928 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |