1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 35 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
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 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LeSabre | Cayman |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2416 mm |