1975 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 302 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 1975 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano. 2012 Buick Verano has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Verano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 911 | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Porsche | Buick |
| Model | 911 | Verano |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |
