1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LeSabre | 911 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |