1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
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 LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 911. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LeSabre | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |