1982 Buick Estate vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 367 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 635 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
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 Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Estate. (435 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Estate. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Estate | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 549 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |