1992 Porsche 928 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Porsche | Buick |
| Model | 928 | Century |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5396 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
