1979 Buick Century vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Century | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |