1988 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2005 Porsche GT2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Porsche GT2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche GT2. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche GT2. 1988 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Estate | 2005 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Estate | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
