1977 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 911. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 911. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1977 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1977 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 911 | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Porsche | Buick |
| Model | 911 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
