1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 6 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Reatta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 67 L |
