1976 Buick Estate vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 554 kg more than 2000 Porsche RGT.
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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche RGT. (376 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche RGT. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche RGT has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche RGT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Estate | RGT |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 376 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |