1988 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra. 1988 Buick Electra 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. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Electra | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |