1979 Buick Century vs. 2000 Porsche 3400
To start off, 2000 Porsche 3400 is newer by 21 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 3400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 3400 (310 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 3400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
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, 2000 Porsche 3400 (359 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 3400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2000 Porsche 3400 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Century | 3400 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
