1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1969 Porsche 906
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1223 kg more than 1969 Porsche 906.
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. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 906 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 906 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1969 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Roadmaster | 906 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
