1984 Buick Century vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP) has 420 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Century | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Century | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 530 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2350 mm |
