1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 196 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne, 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 928 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Porsche | Buick |
Model | 928 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |