1989 Porsche 911 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1989 Porsche 911 (854 Nm) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Porsche | Buick |
| Model | 911 | Century |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 854 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
