1977 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2.
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 GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Regal | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
