1987 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 275 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 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Regal | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |