1979 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 912. (87 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Buick Regal (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Regal | 912 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2220 mm |