1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 96 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (641 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | LeSabre | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 477 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 641 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
