1987 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Regal | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |
