1989 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Electra | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 591 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |