1978 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 27 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Regal | Boxster |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |