1979 Buick Century vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Century | 964 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
