1992 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 46 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 2006 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal, 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Regal | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
