1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre. 1993 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | LeSabre | 993 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2280 mm |
