1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 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 28 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 895 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Roadmaster | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |