1978 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 26 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Regal | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
