1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Roadmaster | 993 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |