1979 Buick Century vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 27 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Century | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
