1977 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (640 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Regal | 911 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 476 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |