1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (255 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 296 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Porsche | Buick |
Model | 928 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |