1978 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Regal | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
