1977 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 34 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 700 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.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Regal | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2896 mm |