1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
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 Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster 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 9 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 670 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Roadmaster | Boxster |
Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |