1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Wildcat | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |