1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 446 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LeSabre | 968 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 92 L |