1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 386 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Reatta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 100 L |
