1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick LeSabre. 1982 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | LeSabre | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
