1977 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Regal | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
