1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 928. (237 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 620 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928. 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 928. (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Roadmaster | 928 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |